Actor-director Tim Robbins has suffered a double loss in his family.
His mother Mary passed away on Sunday at the age of 78, just 12 days after his father Gil died at 80.
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According to The Associated Press, Mary Robbins died of a heart arrhythmia on Saturday. On April 5, Gil Robbins died after battling prostate cancer, The Los Angeles Times reported.
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The couple, who was married for 59 years, both died at their home in Esteban Cantu, Mexico.
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Both of the actor’s parents were musicians; Gil having been a member of 1960s folk group the Highwaymen.
“He was very charming, open and funny,” Tim told The Times of his late father. “He had a real strong moral center; he spoke up for what he believed in.”
The actor spoke fondly of his mother, telling The Associated Press, she “had a calm and cheerful demeanor, a sharp wit, a gentle spirit and a generous and loving heart.”
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Gil and Mary Robbins are survived by four children and four grandchildren.